How to travel from Tanegashima to Nikko, Japan
The distance between Tanegashima and Nikko is around 1,247km (775 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Tanegashima to Nikko by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nikko → Tanegashima if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Tobu-Nikko.
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time2h 15m
- Typical cost¥34,635($255)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Osaka then Tokyo and then to Tobu-Nikko.
- Duration10h 40m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥45,450($330)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Tobu-Nikko Station.
- Duration24h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥35,320($260)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Nikkō.
- Duration18h 55m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥31,350($230)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanegashima and Nikko
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tanegashima to Nikko by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then fly and then take the train which costs around ¥29,705 ($215) and will take around 6h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥34,635 ($255).
The distance between Tanegashima and Nikko is around 1,247km (775 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,054km (655 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Tanegashima and Nikko by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Tanegashima to Nikko is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ¥34,635 ($255).
The cheapest way to travel between Tanegashima and Nikko is to take a ferry, then fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥29,705 ($215) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tanegashima and Nikko. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Tobu-Nikko. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanegashima and Nikko. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Tobu-Nikko. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tanegashima to Nikko. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Tobu-Nikko. instead which will take 4h 50m.
The closest major airport to Nikko is Fukushima Airport (FKS) (FKS) which is approximately 86km (54 miles) from Nikko. Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Tanegashima to Nikko. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Tobu-Nikko. instead which will take 4h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanegashima to Nikko is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ¥34,635 ($255).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tanegashima and Nikko
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 2 similar | 4h 50m | ¥34,635($255) | hourly | 1,247km (775 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Narita (NRT), train | 5h 45m | ¥38,880($285) | hourly | 1,361km (845 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 6h 55m | ¥29,705($215) | 5 times a day | 1,258km (782 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 10h 40m | ¥45,450($330) | 5 times a day | 1,585km (985 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, train | 10h 50m | ¥44,765($325) | 5 times a day | 1,584km (985 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 1 day 2h | ¥36,550($265) | once daily | 1,690km (1,050 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 24h 35m | ¥35,320($260) | once daily | 1,783km (1,108 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 55m | ¥31,350($230) | 5 times a day | 1,619km (1,006 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tanegashima and Nikko
Airlines
China Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Train operators
Tobu Railway
Keisei Skyliner
Keisei Railways
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Airports near Nikko
The following major airports near Nikko offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Fukushima Airport (FKS)
- Distance
- 86km (54 miles) from Nikko
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 122km (76 miles) from Nikko
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 130km (81 miles) from Nikko